HAMPER

Hamper

A hamper is a primarily British term for a wicker basket, usually large, that is used for the transport of items, often food.

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hamper

Noun

  1. A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals; as,

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. A shackle; a fetter; anything which impedes.
  2. Articles ordinarily indispensable, but in the way at certain times.

Verb

  1. To put into a hamper.
    ''Competition pigeons are hampered for the truck trip to the point of release where the race back starts

Verb (etymology 2)

  1. To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle; to ensnare; to inveigle; hence, to impede in motion or progress; to embarrass; to encumber.


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